Globalization May Slow But Will Never Stop
The outbreak of the pandemic severely thwarted the close interdependence that existed among all economies. And it has had a significant impact on the world economy.
The outbreak of the pandemic severely thwarted the close interdependence that existed among all economies. And it has had a significant impact on the world economy.
If helping is a moral imperative, governments and other armed actors in theaters of conflict must protect a neutral and impartial humanitarian space, not overburden it with regulations and restrictions; everyone must protect human dignity, not marginalize, exclude and stigmatize.
The WHO and governments around the world have recognized that pandemics can spark infodemics that spread even faster than the virus itself and can be more damaging than the event that started them. But Western governments may be hampered from effective responses to these infodemics by piecemeal approaches and an outdated mindset.
Where did the novel coronavirus come from? Answers to this questions could take time.
It is important to stress that while each pandemic must be managed in light of its specific features, critical general principles in dealing with a pandemic should cover multiple aspects.
No country can meet the challenges alone, and no country can retreat behind high walls.
Experts and researchers from six countries discuss COVID-19, its implications, and joint international responses to the crisis.
An emergency bill involving spending of roughly $2 trillion was finally cleared after negotiations between the White House and Senate leaders in the early hours of March 25.
Because of the COVID-19 virus, the living condition of many specific group has been exposed to the world. It will expose the failure of governments to plan for and deliver services – not just health services – best meeting the needs of all. It will expose the life-threatening vulnerabilities caused by displacement, violence, poverty and war.
After the US stock market plunge triggered circuit breakers for the first time this year, the US government’s irresponsible attitude and image caused the market to continue its precipitous fall, while their various inconsistent statements and behaviors further aggravated market anxiety.
Boateng noted that the virus knows no age, race, or creed and people should demonstrate love and help each other.
It seems clear that our world “after” the COVID-19 pandemic will not be the same as it is now. Here is my list of some of the changes likely to emerge.